Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0282577467 ISBN 13: 9780282577469
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the intriguing world of dueling, a violent and formal practice that played a significant role in the social and cultural landscape of past centuries. The author delves into the historical evolution of dueling, tracing its origins, its prevalence in different societies, and the various codes and conventions that governed it. Beyond its historical context, the book examines the complex motivations and psychological dynamics that drove individuals to engage in duels. The author analyzes the social pressures, notions of honor, and personal grievances that often culminated in these deadly encounters. Furthermore, the book sheds light on the legal and ethical implications of dueling. It discusses the efforts to regulate and suppress the practice through legislation and social reforms, as well as the changing attitudes towards dueling over time. The author explores the tension between the desire for justice and the recognition of the inherent violence and futility of dueling. Ultimately, this book provides a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of dueling as a historical phenomenon. It offers insights into the social, cultural, and psychological factors that shaped this dangerous and fascinating practice, contributing to our understanding of human behavior and the evolution of societal norms. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0282577467 ISBN 13: 9780282577469
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0282577467 ISBN 13: 9780282577469
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.